A review by jacs63
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Really enjoyed this book. I was a bit late to it, as it had been recommended to me in so many different ways. I finally got the message.
An easy read and a page turner. Great story and wonderful characters.
In some ways it was interesting to read about how bad things were for women in the 1950's and 1960's, but really it just reinforced for me that things are still really bad. Things have gotten so bad for women, especially in the US recently. It's just feels like a never ending fight. It's a bit tiring. I even learned a bit of chemistry.
An easy read and a page turner. Great story and wonderful characters.
In some ways it was interesting to read about how bad things were for women in the 1950's and 1960's, but really it just reinforced for me that things are still really bad. Things have gotten so bad for women, especially in the US recently. It's just feels like a never ending fight. It's a bit tiring. I even learned a bit of chemistry.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Abandonment, Car accident, Child abuse, Forced institutionalization, Grief, Infidelity, Mental illness, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment, Vomit, Pedophilia, Religious bigotry, Stalking, Bullying, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, and Rape